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Monica Ruguru Njiru v Ephantus Stanley Njagi Moko & another [2014] KEHC 755 (KLR)

[2014] KEHC 755 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
755
Citation
[2014] KEHC 755 (KLR)
Decided
19 November 2014
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TypeReal Property DisputePostureAppeal from a High Court judgmentCoramMrs Monica Ruguru Njiru
Holding

The court finds in favor of the plaintiff on all issues.

Facts

The plaintiff, Monica Ruguru Njiru, claims to have bought the land and registered as its owner. The 2nd defendant, Elijah Nyaga Njeru, allegedly transferred the land to the 1st defendant, Ephantus Stanley Moko, without her knowledge.

Issues

  1. Whether the plaintiff has proved her case on a balance of probabilities.
  2. Whether the plaintiff is entitled to a declaration that the title deed is null and void.
  3. Whether the plaintiff is entitled to an eviction order.
  4. Whether a plea of res judicata bars the plaintiff's relief.
  5. Whether the plaintiff is entitled to costs of the suit.

Reasoning

The court evaluates the evidence and finds the plaintiff's testimony credible, ruling in her favor on all claims.

Outcome

The court grants the plaintiff's claims.

Orders

  • An order of eviction
  • A declaration that the plaintiff is the lawful owner of the land
  • A declaration that the title deed is null and void
  • Costs of the suit
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